Why UCF Knights Soccer Camp?

COACHING STAFF

To learn from highly trained and experienced coaches who bring enthusiasm and tremendous knowledge to each session.

UCF ATHLETICS

To be a part of UCF as an athlete. To experience what it is like to live as a college soccer player. To live and train in the same facilities that the UCF players work in daily.

PASSION

To have a blast and enjoy the training, the games, your teammates or new friends who all share this passion for the game and for improving.

June 11 - 14 2018

Youth Day Camp + Futsal

Half Day (Outdoor Only) $149.00
Full Day + Futsal $189.00
Full Day + Futsal + Lunch $229.00
Boys 6-12

The Youth Day and Futsal Camp features four fun filled days of instruction.  Young players will learn to improve technique in challenging exercises based around fundamental concepts (dribbling, passing, shooting).  Then have the opportunity to apply those new found skills in small sided games.  Campers will receive instruction from both the UCF coaching staff and the UCF Soccer players.  


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July 8 - 10 2018

Junior Elite Camp

Residential $529.00
Commuter $499.00
Residential + Airport Pickup $579.00
Boys 11-14

This camp is designed for players who are currently in or looking to move into more advanced youth soccer environments.  The camp is built around the teaching model of guided discovery.  Young players will receive instruction from experienced youth development coaches as well as college coaches.  


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July 20 - 22 2018

Elite ID 150

Commuter $399.00
Residential + Airport Pickup $479.00
Residential $429.00
Boys 15-18

Please refer to the attached camp information packet PDF for a full rundown of everything you need to know for camp.


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Coaching Staff

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Jamie Davies

Assistant Coach

Jamie Davies joined the UCF Men's Soccer coaching staff in January 2018. Davies comes to UCF after four seasons as an assistant coach at Georgia State.

Davies was the top assistant coach at Georgia State. He brought a wealth of playing and coaching experience at the high school, collegiate and professional levels.

In 2017, Davies helped lead the Panthers to a runner-up finish in both the Sun Belt regular season and tournament championship. Georgia State had the No. 1 scoring offense in the Sun Belt and ranked No. 28 in the nation. In 2016, Georgia State reached the conference tournament final, outscored its opponents 42-25, leading the Sun Belt and ranking No. 11 in the nation.


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Scott Calabrese

Head Coach

Scott Calabrese was named the sixth head men's soccer coach at UCF on Dec. 5, 2016. 

Calabrese spent the past three seasons at FIU, taking the program to its first NCAA Tournament appearance in over 10 years by capturing the 2015 Conference USA Championship. He helped the Panthers to consecutive appearances in the finals at the C-USA Championship. The two-time conference coach of the year has posted an 85-67-20 overall mark.

The Newton, Conn., native has been known for building programs and started the program at East Tennessee State in 2008. In three short years, he guided the Bucs to the 2010 Atlantic Sun Championship behind 10 shutout victories, earning a berth in the NCAA Tournament. The 2010 NSCAA South Region Coach of the Year tallied four seasons with 10-or-more victories and also aided ETSU to the 2013 NCAA Tournament.


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Paul Souders

Assistant Coach

Paul Souders begins his first season as an assistant coach at UCF in the spring of 2016. The two-time NSCAA Far West Region Assistant Coach of the Year spent eight seasons at New Mexico before coming to Orlando, Fla.

During a nine-year stint with the Lobos, Souders helped the program to three NCAA Sweet 16 appearances, including a run to the 2013 NCAA College Cup in Philadelphia, Pa. New Mexico’s success includes qualifying for five NCAA Tournaments, four conference championships and an undefeated (18-0-4) campaign in 2011. The Lobos posted a 101-42-21 overall and 45-18-7 league mark during that span.

Prior to arriving at New Mexico, Souders spent three seasons as an assistant coach at Dayton, helping the Flyers to a 27-18-11 overall record. During his tenure, four former Flyers who have played professionally in North America and Europe.


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Directions

The UCF General Campus address is: 4000 Central Florida Blvd. Orlando, FL 32816 (DO NOT MAIL PAYMENTS HERE) For directions once on campus, please see attached map or visit http://campusmap.ucf.edu/ . Check-in details and address provided following registration

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FAQs

Q. Are the dorms secure and monitored?
A. Yes. The dorms are only accessible by key and only campers and staff have access. All dorms are staffed by Housing and Residence Life and are monitored by campus police.
Q. What is the dorm room set up?
A Each dorm room is set up for 2 people (2 twin beds, 2 dressers, & 2 desks). Each room is connected to another room by a bathroom.
Q. Are there laundry facilities?
A. Yes. Campers will have access to laundry facilities during camp. Detergent not provided. Washer - $1.00, Dryer - $.75. Exact change is required.
Q. Is there WiFi in the dorm rooms?
A. Yes. All dorm rooms are equipped with Wifi access. Additional instructions will be provided at camp check-in.
Q. What if my room key is lost?
A. Keys are labeled and assigned to each camper. Campers are responsible for their keys at all times. If lost, campers must pay a $50 replacement fee (card on file will be charged).
Q. Are bed linens provided?
A. No. Bed linens are not provided, campers must bring their own.
Q. Are meals included in the price of camp?
A. Residential Camps: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner are included. Commuter Campers: Lunch & Dinner are included. Youth Day Camp + Futsal, lunch is available for purchase through registration process only.
Q. What if I have food allergies or specific dietary needs?
A. UCF Dining Halls provide vegetarian options and also accommodate: nut, gluten, and dairy free diets. If you require additional needs, please let us know in the registration process on your medical form.
Q. Are snacks available between and after field sessions?
A. Yes. A variety of snacks & drinks (Gatorade, granola bars, chips, etc.) are available for purchase from our camp store. Pizza is also available for purchase in the evenings.
Q. What if my son requires special medical attention?
A. A certified trainer is at all field sessions and is also present in the dorms for any overnight medical needs
Q. Is there a cell phone policy?
A. In the event that we find a camper with a cell phone that causes disruption, such as disturbing a roommate’s right to quiet, the phone will be retained with a UCF Coach until camp’s end.
Q. Can I drive my car to camp?
A. Overnight campers are allowed to drive themselves to camp, however, a UCF Coach will retain the camper’s car keys for the duration of camp. Please inform the staff that you will be driving yourself and upon registration, inform us about your car as you’ll need to know where to park and/or retain a parking pass. (Parking passes are first come first serve and are limited. You are responsible for your car while parked on campus.)
Q. Is there a refund policy?
A. Yes. The $50 registration fee is non-refundable for any reason and is included in the tuition price. Up to 22 days prior to 12:00pm of your session’s check-in day, you can withdraw for any reason and receive 100% refund of tuition after the deducted $50 non-refundable registration fee. 21-15 days prior to 12:00pm of your session’s check-in day = 75% refund of tuition after the deducted $50 non-refundable registration fee. 14-7 days prior to 12:00pm of your session’s check-in day = 50% refund of tuition after the deducted $50 non-refundable registration fee. 6 days prior to 12pm of your session’s check-in day through check-out day, refunds will only be given for illness or injury and must be confirmed by a doctor’s note. Illness or injury refund during this time period will determined on a case by case basis depending on each circumstance. If you cancel 6 days prior and up to check-in day and the cancellation is not due to illness or injury, there is no refund.
Q. Can I arrive early or stay late?
A. We do not have the dorm rooms or staff to offer early arrivals or late departures. If arriving early or staying late is your only option, you may want to try one of the area hotels.

According to NCAA rules and regulations, all camps and clinics are open to any and all entrants regardless of skill level – limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender.